HESI RN
HESI RN 311 Pharmacology Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A female client with osteoporosis has been taking a weekly dose of oral risedronate for several weeks. The client calls the clinic nurse to report increasing heartburn. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heartburn with risedronate suggests improper administration (e.g., not enough water, not staying upright). Asking how it’s taken (
C) identifies errors. Antacids (
A) interfere with absorption. Water (
B) is part of correct use but not diagnostic. Emergency care (
D) is premature.
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